About Nanjing City Wall

Nanjing City Wall is a masterpiece of Chinese architecture. It embodies the cryptic designs of the Chinese archaic graffiti, and the majestic splendour of the ancient Chinese architecture. This cultural relic dates back to the time of the historical Ming dynasty. Thus, Nanjing City Wall is made up of four parts. The first is the outside part called Outer City. Then, there is the Inner City followed by the Imperial City, and Palace City. The walls are engraved with cryptic ancient inscriptions. These are masterly works of the scholars, artisans, and the folk people of this majestic empire. It is said that 200000 workers worked for twenty years to build this wall. One must definitely visit here to see this grand piece of stone and art work.

Must See

  • Carved calligraphy on the walls is quite mind-blowing.
  • The museum, per se, with its majestic architecture, is quite an attraction.
  • The beautiful gardens surrounding the museum add a bit of nature to this attraction.
  • Olympic rings mounted on another part of the city wall can be seen from the wall
  • The city can be viewed from the wall

How to reach

One can take metro line 1 to Zhonghuanmen or Xuanwumen

One can take metro line 3 to Jimingsi Station, Exit 4. Walk north for 5 minutes
One can take bus number 2, 16, 49, 63, 202, 302, 701, 706, D18, or G5 to Zhonghuamen Chengbao.
 One can take bus number 1, 25, 28, 30, 33, 35, 47, or 56 to Xuanwuhu Gongyuan.
One can take bus number 10, 13, 22, 45, 66, 69, 72, 73, 76, 315, 318, 501, 510, 555, or 557 to Zhongyangmen Dong.

Tips

  • A lot of walking is required. Hence, wear comfortable footwear
  • Bikes can be rented to climb up the hill.
  • Carry a bottle of water with you as you may get thirsty on your way up.
  • A small lunch pack can be handy.
  • The inscriptions on the bricks depict beautiful cultural strength.
  • A cap or n umbrella can be carried to beat the sun.
  • Sunscreen is essential.

Visit Time

Sunday          12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Monday         12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday         12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday    12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Thursday        12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday             12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Saturday         12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

4 to 5 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 1.53°C

 

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